Donna Eckwortzel - Founder & Executive Director
Donna is the dedicated founder of Hearts Landing Ranch, a sanctuary she established over 10 years ago with a heartfelt mission to support teens and adults through Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP).
Driven by her deep compassion and understanding of mental health challenges, Donna has built a space where individuals can find healing and hope with the help of her team of rescued therapy horses. Her leadership and commitment have made Hearts Landing Ranch a trusted place for transformative, equine-assisted care.
Donna is the dedicated founder of Hearts Landing Ranch, a sanctuary she established over 10 years ago with a heartfelt mission to support teens and adults through Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP).
Driven by her deep compassion and understanding of mental health challenges, Donna has built a space where individuals can find healing and hope with the help of her team of rescued therapy horses. Her leadership and commitment have made Hearts Landing Ranch a trusted place for transformative, equine-assisted care.
Nicole Marie Walter - Director of Equine Services
Nicole became HLRs first employee in 2021. Nicole's education is in Equine Science Management. She has had "hands-on" experience in training and care of horses at multiple well established farms. Nicole is also EAGALA Certified as an Equine Specialist.
Nicole strives to teach the knowledge she has gained through her experiences with horses to the volunteers at HLR to further create an environment of connection and healing for anyone who comes to the ranch.